Travelling from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Montpellier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MPL to IST flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Transavia France is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Transavia France.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between MPL and IST:
EuroAirport Swiss
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
R 1,215 is the best price for a one-way Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,614. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from MPL to IST by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
72.45% of flights that leave from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Montpellier Mediterranee Airport from central Montpellier, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near MPL? If you've booked an early flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MPL to IST in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
